The Kremlin has issued a warning in response to President Joe Biden’s decision to allow Ukraine to strike targets inside Russia with U.S.-supplied longer-range missiles. The move was seen as adding “fuel to the fire” of the ongoing conflict and escalating tensions with Russia even further. The decision came on the eve of the 1,000-day milestone since Russia began its full-scale invasion in 2022.
The Kremlin criticized the U.S. for adding to the conflict and provoking further escalation, while Russia’s U.N. Ambassador expressed astonishment at the actions of Western leaders. The scope and impact of the new firing guidelines remain unclear.
The decision to ease limits on what Ukraine can strike with American-made missiles was partly triggered by North Korea’s involvement in the conflict. The move has been met with mixed reactions, with some NATO allies welcoming it while others, like Slovakia’s Prime Minister, condemning it as an unprecedented escalation.
The policy change, coming just before Biden left for the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation summit, is seen as a strategic move to support Ukraine and deter Russian aggression. As the conflict continues, the international community is closely watching the evolving situation and its potential impact on the region.
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